SPICE OF THE WEEK 

NUTMEG

    Nutmeg is an incredible spice, used sparingly in many dishes. Nutmeg is valued for its sweet aroma. It is originated from Indonesia. Now it grows in Malaysia, Caribbean and Southern India. It gives flavor to many dishes. In Mughlai cuisine, it is used as a part of various masala mixes.

    Nutmeg also valued for its medicinal properties. Nutmeg is packed with nutrients. It has minerals such as Magnesium, Manganese and copper, Vitamins like B1, B6 etc.,

HEALTH BENEFITS OF NUTMEG

RELIEVES PAIN

    Nutmeg contains many anti-inflammatory properties which is useful in treating joint and muscle pan. It helps to reduce inflammation, swelling, joint pain, muscle pain and sores

HELPS TO TREAT INSOMNIA

    Nutmeg has a calming effect when consumed in small doses. It can induce sleep and improve sleep quality. Add a pinch of nutmeg with warm milk and consume it before sleeping will help to destress and sleep better

HELPS DIGESTION

    Nutmeg can be a best remedy for diarrhoea, constipation, bloating or gas. Add a pinch of nutmeg powder in soups or juices which gives relieve and help in bowel movement. It also helps to remove excess gas from the body.

BRAIN HEALTH

    Nutmeg is used as brain tonic by the Greek and Romans in the ancient times. It helps to ease fatigue and stress. It helps to recover from an illness or are overtired. It also helps to improve concentration

TREAT ORAL PROBLEMS

    Nutmeg is helpful in detoxifying the body, clearing out toxins from kidneys and liver which removes bacteria from mouth thus reduces bad breath. Nutmeg contains eugenol which helps to relieve gum inflammation and tooth aches.

SKIN HEALTH

    Nutmeg has anti-microbial and anti -inflammatory properties which has the ability to remove blackheads, acne and clogged pores. Applying nutmeg facial paste in the face helps to improve skin health.

CONTROLS BLOOD PRESSURE AND CIRCULATION

    High mineral content in Nutmeg helps to regulate blood pressure level and circulation. Its stress reducing properties help in the relaxing the blood vessel while keeping the heart functioning efficiently.

CONTAINS POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANTS

    Nutmeg is rich in plant compounds that act as antioxidants in the body It protect cell damage thus helps to reduce progression of certain cancers, heart and neurodegenerative diseases.

MAY IMPROVE BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL

    Nutmeg extract reduce blood sugar levels and enhance pancreatic function

    Nutmeg can be used in desserts, meat-based dishes, can be sprinkles on to starchy vegetables, can be add in warm or cold beverages.

CAUTIONS

    Nutmeg should be used in smaller quantities only. if used in larger doses, it can cause nausea, hallucination and palpitations.